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A power grab in plain sight: Inside Texas Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting push
Texas Republicans are backing a mid-decade redistricting campaign to secure GOP control of Congress, a move that Democrats and civil rights activists call a partisan power grab driven by Donald Trump.
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North Texans fight back against ‘racist’ redistricting
Hundreds of people testified against the redrawing of congressional maps during a hearing at the University of Texas at Arlington on Monday.
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Op-Ed: To Texas, From a Fellow Survivor: We See You. We’re With You
To the people of Texas: you are part of something bigger now. A growing, fierce, and resilient community of people who refuse to be quiet about what we’ve lost—and what we all deserve.
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Discover the 30 Michelin-recognized restaurants in Houston
Houston’s culinary scene has some impressive standouts. Here are the restaurants in Houston that have been honored by the prestigious MICHELIN Guide.
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The guerrilla campaign to save a Texas prairie from ‘silent extinction’
Students and naturalists have been sneaking onto private land to extricate threatened native plants: “This is a war between us and the developers, and nobody’s calling uncle.”
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Why are there so many man-made lakes in Texas—and are there any that are naturally occurring?
There are thousands of lakes in Texas, but contrary to popular legend around the state, not all of them were created by humans.
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Houston targets homeless people on downtown sidewalks
Houston launched a pilot program targeting homeless people, expanding enforcement of its ban on sitting, lying down, or leaving personal belongings on sidewalks in downtown and East Downtown.
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Texans will pay higher power bills because of tax credit cuts, economists say
Economists expect that the development of solar and wind farms nationwide will slow and electricity prices will rise in the coming decade because of significant rollbacks to tax credits that benefited those industries, in addition to other economic uncertainty.
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City of Houston seeks to prohibit electric scooters
The city of Houston is proposing to establish a scooter-free zone within city limits.
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Greg Abbott targets redistricting, abortion pills, trans people in special session
Texas Democrats criticized Gov. Greg Abbott’s special legislative session as “cruel” for including redistricting, seeking to ban abortion pills, and targeting trans people.
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Sam Houston: 9 facts about the city’s namesake (including when he ran away & was adopted by a Cherokee chief!)
The city of Houston is named after Sam Houston, the first president of the Republic of Texas. Discover more about this colorful character.
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How DFW became one of the busiest airports in the world (+ some of the coolest flights you can take)
Learn how Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has turned into one of the most popular airports in the world, both in passengers served and flights flown.
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7 tips for keeping pets safe during Houston heat waves
Keep pets safe from dangerous temperatures in Houston summers with these essential safety strategies, from hydration tips to recognizing heat stroke symptoms.
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Texas native reveals: ‘Why I’ll be terrified to practice in Texas as an OB-GYN’
‘By my second year in medical school, the effects of SB8 were getting more and more real. One night in the emergency room, the consequences just became so obvious in a real life way.’
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In a Small Texas Town, Pride Grows Loud and Joyful
A grassroots movement in rural Texas created a more inclusive place for all.
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Federal DEI funding cuts threaten the work of the few remaining Black farmers in East Texas
It has embroiled the federal government in disputes with colleges and universities. Big cities are reevaluating programs to ensure they don’t lose grants. And Fortune 500 companies seeking favor from the new administration have ended their DEI practices. And it has frozen cash flow for Black farmers, many of whom live in East Texas.
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Most Texas prisoners don’t have AC access and it’s unclear when they will get it
Two thirds of people incarcerated in Texas’ prisons face another summer without air conditioning after lawmakers again declined to pass legislation that would mandate a timeline for installing climate control in state facilities.
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Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients’ personal data, including addresses, to ICE
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials will be given access to the personal data of the nation’s 79 million Medicaid enrollees, including home addresses and ethnicities, to track down immigrants who may not be living legally in the United States, according to an agreement obtained by The Associated Press.
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Craving a cone? 8 local Houston ice cream shops to head to
From ice cream to custards to crazy, seasonal flavors, stay cool in the sizzling summer heat at these Houston ice cream shops.
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The best BBQ in DFW, according to Yelp
Discover eight spots serving the best BBQ in DFW, all of which come highly recommended by Yelpers.
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Reading is fundamental: A bookworm’s guide to Houston bookstores
There’s nothing that compares to walking into a new bookstore, breathing in the smell of fresh paper, and knowing that the possibilities of an adventure are endless.
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Explore these seven unique gems in Arlington, Texas
Here are seven unique gems in Arlington, Texas.
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How to file flood damage with basic homeowners, renters insurance
Learn what steps to take after flood damage, what your insurance can cover, how to report claims, and where to find disaster assistance.
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Cruz, Cornyn voted to slash weather forecast funding ahead of Texas floods
Sen. Ted Cruz inserted language into President Trump’s budget bill cutting $150 million in funding for weather forecast improvements.
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7 most notorious true crime cases in DFW history
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to plenty of exciting spots, but it’s also been the scene of some of the most infamous true crime cases in the country.
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Why children might need help coping with Texas Hill Country floods trauma
Children are facing lasting trauma from the Texas Hill Country floods. Experts warn the emotional toll—from nightmares to anxiety—will echo far beyond the disaster.
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I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX
GameOn! HTX gives you a full game show experience right in the Lone Star State, making it the perfect activity for parties, big groups, and work events.
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7 great Houston hideaways—a local’s luxe staycation guide
Discover H-Town’s most exclusive boutique hotels, upscale resorts, and hidden luxury retreats perfect for a sophisticated Houston staycation without leaving the city.
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‘The best ice cream in the country’: How Blue Bell Creameries became a Texas staple
Blue Bell Creameries has been a Texas staple for more than a century. But how did a small-town ice cream maker become a nationally known brand?
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7 most notorious true crime cases in Houston history
From serial killers going on multiple rampages to inner-family drama leading to staged burglaries, these true crime cases rocked the Houston area.
